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Edwin Coe LLP

Real Estate Litigation

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Edwin Coe LLP

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About

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Our Property Disputes team has extensive experience across the full spectrum of property-related conflicts.

From joint venture and conveyancing disputes to trespass, party wall and developer claims, and from professional negligence and rectification matters to all aspects of landlord and tenant issues, including breaches of covenant, possession, service charge disputes, business lease renewals and dilapidations, our team is equipped to handle even the most complex cases.

Our approach is rooted in achieving commercially sound outcomes for our clients. While litigation is sometimes unavoidable, we always explore cost-effective and pragmatic solutions. Known for being straightforward and tenacious, our team combines deep technical expertise in real estate litigation with a reputation for clarity and results. This has earned us a high level of referrals from surveyors, accountants and fellow legal professionals.

We act for a diverse client base including landlords, tenants, national retailers, developers, local authorities and individual property investors. Our clients range from major PLCs to SMEs and private individuals. This breadth of experience gives us valuable insight into the priorities and procedures of both large organisations and individuals, and our balanced representation of landlords and tenants provides a tactical edge in negotiations and disputes.

Where necessary we can call upon specialist knowledge of our Construction team and the wider Property team.

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Real Estate Litigation - London (Firms)

Band 5

Band 5


What the Team is Known For

Edwin Coe's team is renowned for representing a wide array of clients, including landlords, developers and local authorities, among others. The team shows particular strength in landlord and tenant disputes, but its lawyers are also frequently sought out to advise on breaches of covenant, dilapidations and more.

Work Highlights

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  • Edwin Coe successfully represented Duchess of Bedford RTM Company in a Court of Appeal case concerning the obstruction of an easement, namely the longstanding right to park on the road outside of Duchess of Bedford House by the leaseholders of the block.

Strengths

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  • The team provides prompt and professional advice and has a depth of experience and knowledge.

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  • They are very commercial and provide succinct advice to clients. They are very relationship-focused and get deals over the line quickly.

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  • The team is comprised of knowledgeable and creative thinkers in the real estate litigation field.

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  • The Edwin Coe group show excellent understanding of the issues and give clear and independent advice which is focused on solutions rather than dogma.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 4Joanna Osborne
    Band 4Joanna Osborne

    Joanna Osborne

    Joanna Osborne heads Edwin Coe's property litigation team. She handles contentious matters including disputes relating to joint ventures and conveyancing issues for a host of notable retailers and individual clients.
    • She has the ability to think strategically and find solutions to complex issues, with a focus on her clients' best interests.

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    • Joanna is an exceptional property litigator. She's assertive, tenacious and unbelievably knowledgeable.

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    • Joanna not only supported us with her deep knowledge of the field and her experience but equally provided reassurance and support at every difficult moment.

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    • She is simply superb. She's attentive, responsive and determined to act in the very best interests of her clients.

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  • Band 5Shams Rahman
    Band 5Shams Rahman

    Shams Rahman

    Shams Rahman is notably adept at handling regulatory matters concerning commercial leases and planning disputes. He has experience representing landlords, tenants and developers.

    • Shams brings a tactical nous to matters and has a wonderful way with clients.

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    • He has excellent knowledge and awareness of litigation matters and offers great client support.

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    • He gives us the best solutions to our problems.

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    • Shams is very strong in all areas.

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